MSI B860M Gaming Plus WiFi LGA1851 Micro-ATX Motherboard
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MSI

MSI B860M Gaming Plus WiFi LGA1851 Micro-ATX Motherboard

Out of stock SKU B860MGAMINGPLUSWIFI
R 4 199,00

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  • Free courier delivery over R2 500 Anywhere in South Africa. R180 on orders under R2 500
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Full description and specifications

Compact entry to Intel's current socket, with PCIe 5.0 graphics and DDR5

Quick Specs

  • Intel B860 chipset on Socket LGA1851 for Core Ultra Series 2 desktop processors
  • Four DDR5 DIMM slots with dual-channel support and Intel XMP profiles
  • PCIe 5.0 capable primary graphics slot with steel reinforcement
  • Multiple M.2 NVMe slots with heatsinks, plus SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • 2.5G LAN with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

A current-generation Intel build in a small case

LGA1851 is Intel's live socket, and the B860M Gaming Plus WiFi is a straightforward way onto it without spending flagship money. Core Ultra chips run cooler and draw less than the 13th and 14th generation parts they replace, which suits a Micro-ATX build where airflow is tighter. You still get four DDR5 slots, PCIe 5.0 for the graphics card and fast NVMe storage with proper heatsinking. For a South African buyer wanting a new Intel machine that will still take drivers and BIOS updates for years, this is the sensible starting point.

What you are not getting

B860 does not allow CPU overclocking, so a K-series Core Ultra runs at stock and the premium is wasted here. The Micro-ATX layout limits expansion slots and rear I/O compared with a full ATX B860 or Z890 board. Core Ultra desktop is also a first-generation platform on this socket, so gaming performance sits close to, rather than far ahead of, the last generation. Overclockers, multi-card builders and anyone chasing the outright highest gaming frame rates should look at Z890 or consider AMD's X3D parts instead.

FEATURES:

  • PCIe 5.0 ready primary graphics slot with Steel Armor reinforcement
  • Extended VRM heatsinks for stable delivery to Core Ultra processors
  • M.2 Shield Frozr heatsinks with toolless installation on the primary slot
  • 2.5G LAN with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • EZ DEBUG LED, Flash BIOS Button and pre-mounted rear I/O shield

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Model: MSI B860M Gaming Plus WiFi
  • Chipset: Intel B860
  • Socket: Intel LGA1851
  • Form Factor: Micro-ATX
  • Memory: 4 x DDR5 DIMM, dual channel, up to 256GB, Intel XMP overclocking profiles
  • Expansion Slots: 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 reinforced slot plus additional PCIe expansion slots
  • Storage: 2 x M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
  • Networking: 2.5G LAN with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • Audio: 7.1-channel HD audio codec
  • Rear I/O: HDMI, DisplayPort, 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi antenna connectors, audio jacks, Flash BIOS Button
  • USB: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Type-A rear ports with front-panel USB headers
  • Warranty: 3 Year

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

  • MSI B860M Gaming Plus WiFi motherboard
  • SATA data cables
  • Wi-Fi antenna
  • M.2 mounting screws
  • Quick start guide and driver media

Why MSI?

MSI was early and consistent with BIOS support on LGA1851, which counts for a lot on a young platform. Every MSI motherboard from AZonline is genuine stock carrying a 3 Year warranty.

Key details

SocketLGA1851
ChipsetB860
Form factorMicro-ATX
Memory typeDDR5
DIMM slots4
Maximum memory256 GB
CategoryMotherboards
BrandMSI
Warranty3 Years
Questions

Before you buy

Which processors fit this board?
It takes LGA1851 processors on the B860 chipset. Socket and chipset together decide what will run: the socket has to match physically, and the chipset decides which generations on that socket are supported. For a chip released after the board, check the manufacturer’s CPU support list to see whether a BIOS update is needed first.
Which cases will this board fit?
It is Micro-ATX. A case supports its own size and anything smaller - an ATX case takes ATX, Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX boards, a Micro-ATX case takes Micro-ATX and Mini-ITX. Each case we sell lists the board sizes it accepts under Specifications.
What memory does it take?
DDR5 across 4 slots, up to 256GB in total. DDR4 and DDR5 are not interchangeable - the notch in the module is in a different place, so the wrong type will not seat. Buy the memory as a matched kit rather than as single sticks wherever you can.
Is it in stock, and when will it ship?
This one is out of stock at the moment. Stock does come back in - WhatsApp us on 079 491 0181 with the model and we will tell you what the supplier is showing and let you know when it lands, rather than leaving you to keep checking the page.
What does delivery cost, and how long does it take?
We deliver by courier anywhere in South Africa, and delivery is R180 on orders under R2 500 and free on orders of R2 500 or more. It takes 1-3 working days to Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban and areas within 100km of them, and 2-4 working days to areas more than 100km from a major centre, counted from the day the order is dispatched. Need it sooner? Express delivery is 1-2 working days for R210, or R150 on orders of R2 500 or more - choose it at checkout. We do not ship outside South Africa.
Can I collect instead of having it delivered?
Yes. Collection is from 11 Voortrekker Avenue, Edenvale, Gauteng, by arrangement - message us first so we can have the order picked and waiting. We are open 09:00 to 16:30, Monday to Friday.
What warranty does it carry, and how do I claim?
The warranty period for this product is listed at the end of the Specifications section above. Claims go through us, not the manufacturer - contact us with your order number and a description of the fault and we will handle it from there. Separately from any warranty, the Consumer Protection Act gives you six months from delivery to return goods that are defective, unsafe or not fit for their intended purpose.
What if I change my mind?
You have 14 days from delivery to change your mind - longer than the seven days the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act requires. The item needs to be unused and in its original packaging, and we pay the return shipping. Refunds go back to the payment method you used, within 30 days of the return reaching us.
How can I pay?
Payments are processed by Stitch. At the last step of checkout you are taken to Stitch’s secure page to pay, and brought back here once it is done. Your card details are entered on Stitch’s secure, PCI-compliant page and never touch our systems.

Something not covered here? Read the full FAQ, or WhatsApp us on 079 491 0181.

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